Serving 799 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tierra Antigua Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Antigua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tierra Antigua Elementary School's student population of 799 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tierra Antigua Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tierra Antigua Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
58%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Antigua Elementary School's ranking?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Tierra Antigua Elementary School often compared to?
Tierra Antigua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventana Ranch Elementary School, Petroglyph Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Tierra Antigua Elementary School?
799 students attend Tierra Antigua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Tierra Antigua Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tierra Antigua Elementary School?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tierra Antigua Elementary School offer ?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tierra Antigua Elementary School part of?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Tierra Antigua Elementary School located?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School is located in the Ancient Mesa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Ancient Mesa.
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